Early Years Teaching Assistant

Early Years Teaching Assistant (Nursery) - Wigan
Location: Wigan
Salary: £92 - £100 per day
Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term
Start Date: January 2027

Teaching Personnel are currently supporting a nurturing primary school in Wigan in their search for a caring Early Years Teaching Assistant to join their Nursery team in January 2027.

This is a lovely opportunity for somebody who enjoys the creativity and joy of working with young children. You will support learning through play, helping children develop communication, social skills and independence in a warm and stimulating environment.

The school has a vibrant nursery, an experienced early years team and a supportive leadership group who value professional development.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting play-based learning indoors and outdoors
• Encouraging early communication, language and social skills
• Supporting children with personal care and routines
• Helping to keep the learning environment safe and engaging
• Contributing to observations and assessments
• Building positive relationships with children, families and colleagues

The ideal candidate will:

• Have experience in nursery, early years or childcare settings
• Hold a Level 2 or 3 childcare qualification (desirable)
• Be kind, patient and enthusiastic
• Have a good understanding of safeguarding
• Be committed to giving children a great start in education

Start the new year in a warm, creative nursery where your kindness and enthusiasm will make a real difference to little ones and their families.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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